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Transport mechanism for machines that process bottles or similar containers

US5394975A · kind A · utility

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21Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateDec 17, 1993
Grant dateMar 7, 1995
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Expiry dateDec 17, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB67C2003/221
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A transport mechanism for machines that process bottles or similar containers. To exchange the formatting elements, a gripping mechanism having at least one gripper head is provided. The gripping mechanism can be disposed on a machine frame or bedplate and is controlled by a control mechanism for a mechanical replacement of at least one formatting element that is held on a functional part and is made available on an apparatus for the supply and deposition of one or more formatting elements.

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